(SSC) Player Development Program
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Smyrna Soccer Club - Mission Statement Smyrna Soccer Club's mission is to provide soccer players of all ages the appropriate level of play and training in a supportive environment where the game is delivered in a fun, positive, and educational atmosphere enhancing our players character and desire for the game. In promoting our players in the lesson of becoming good citizens who respect each other and compete in a healthy but competitive soccer environment. Our goal is to encourage players to express themselves through their actions on the field of play and to improve through our soccer curriculum focusing on each players technical, tactical, physical and mental skills regardless of level, skill or ability.
Our purpose is to provide all levels of programs that are fun, rewarding, challenging, and demanding for the player that wants to strive to play at the highest level. The club is dedicated to providing a community based environment for the residents of the city, and developing a multicultural organization that fosters the "Worlds Favorite and Beautiful Game".
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SMYRNA SOCCER CLUB PLAYER DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM U8 BOYS & GIRLS Program Details
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General Information • Available for 6 ,7, & 8 year old boys and girls • Player must be 6 by 8/1/14 • Birthdates between 8/1/2006 to 7/31/2008 • 2014 Fall Season Key Dates: • Assessment Days: 5/20-5/22 6pm -7:15pm at River Line Park • Practices Begin: Week of August 11th • Games: 9/6-11/22 • Season Ends: 12/6-12/7 * Smyrna Soccer Club (SSC) Player Development Program (PDP) is an invite program only. Players wishing to participate in the fall 2014 PDP season are required to register and attend PDP Assessment Days (Open House) to provide an opportunity for the club to determine a player’s suitability for the PDP Fall program.
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PDP - Overview • The SSC PDP is a unique soccer development program
for Under 8 soccer players, which aims to accelerate the technical and tactical development of players preparing to participate in the U9 Academy program. • We have recognized that there are many talented U8
players within our club, and in GA, who would benefit from a dedicated soccer environment to continue to nurture player ability and prepare them for higher-level soccer.
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PDP - Overview • SSC PDP is a seasonal academy program designed for the
passionate, motivated, and advanced U8 player who fosters the desire to be challenged in every aspect of their game. • This program gives those players the opportunity to become even
better soccer players by training in a professional environment with professional coaches and alongside like-minded players. • Through an exclusive SSC & Coerver Coaching curriculum, players
are provided the tools to help accelerate their technical and tactical development to continue to take their game to the next level. • In an effort to maximize player development, players are maintained
in training groups and play non-results oriented games. • Players may also have the chance to represent their club when
playing neighboring clubs.
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PDP - Overview • Players may also have the chance to represent their club
when playing neighboring clubs. • The SSC PDP allows players to participate on a season-
to-season basis, permitting players to register for one season without committing to a full year. • This provides a chance for those players who turn 6
during a season to enter the program the following season, and those that turn 8 a chance to move up and join the Academy program should this be in the best interest of the player.
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Program Purpose • To bridge the gap between Recreational soccer and U9
Academy soccer. A more soccer focused environment is created for players who love the game where individual player development is paramount to master key soccer techniques and concepts that are required at a higher level of play. • This program allows players to experience an Academy
soccer environment while preparing players and parents for the next step of the soccer process. This program does not replace U8 Recreational soccer but offers another avenue of continued growth in the beautiful game.
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For Whom • SSC PDP is available to all Recreational boys and girls
who are in the U8 age bracket by August 1st. • Players must be a minimum of 6 years of age
• It is strongly recommended that players participate in a
minimum of one season of U8 soccer, and have at least one full year of organized soccer experience on a team before considering this program. • Interested players that are committed to the goal of development will be considered for this program and placed with the best interests of the player in mind. • This program will have limited spaces to ensure a superior soccer environment is maintained.
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Program Objectives • Provide a seamless transition from Rec. to Academy soccer
• Train in an academy-like environment with the priority being •
• • • •
placed on player development Expose players to an exclusive SSC & Coerver Coaching curriculum to enhance player development and better prepare players for the next level Provide the opportunity for players to become more technically and tactically competent Continue to nurture each player’s soccer talent and passion for the game Ease the learning curve for 1st year Academy players Help parents become aware as to their progression through the club
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Staff • Coaching staff consists of SSC PDP Director with
assistance given by professional coaches who have vast experience developing young soccer players.
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Staff Development • The PDP director and staff will mentor volunteer coaches
during sessions and games
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Curriculum • Through SSC’s partnership with Coerver Coaching, staff will be able
to set a unique and exclusive curriculum for the PDP. • All sessions will have realistic goals set forth by the staff and will be
enhanced by a nurturing environment for accelerated development. • Coaching staff will not only educate the players about the game, but
give players and parents a view of the skills and techniques necessary for long term soccer success. • Training topics will focus on dribbling, receiving, passing, ball striking,
and principles of attacking and defending in a 1v1 up to a 5v5 situation, as well as a continued effort to expand each players own coordination, balance, body movement and confidence.
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Training Format • SSC PDP will consist of a 14 -16 week season
• 2 training sessions per week • One-Two games per team on the weekend
Training Session Structure: • Session 1 conducted by SSC PDP Coaching Staff • Session 2 conducted by SSC PDP Coaching Staff • Sessions are one hour and 15 minutes in duration • Players all train as a group • Boy and/or girls depending on numbers and break down of gender)
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Game Format Game Format (vs. In-House): • Players are split into teams and play multiple games against each other • Each week players will be placed on different teams • 5v5 (GK and four players) • 4x12 minute quarters per game
Game Format (vs. Out of House): • 1-2 times in the season, SSC PDP may travel or host a neighboring club • Players will be spilt into teams as determined by coaching staff • Playing format may change (e.g. GK and five players 6 v6 )
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Program Fees • Cost = $250 Per Season
• Includes: • GSSA Registration & Insurance Fees
• Referee Fees • Field Maintenance
• League Administration • Professional Training & Coaching
• Participation Award for each player at the conclusion of
the season
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Program Breakdown • 16 Weeks of Training
• 32 Sessions Per Season • 10-12 Games Per Season • 2 Tournament Weekends (6 Games) • 66 Hours of Coaching and Games
• $250.00 = $ 3.78 per hour
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Uniforms • An Adidas uniform and training kit will be available for
purchase in addition to program cost
Smyrna Soccer Club - Mission Statement Smyrna Soccer Club's mission is to provide soccer players of all ages the appropriate level of play and training in a supportive environment where the game is delivered in a fun, positive, and educational atmosphere enhancing our players character and desire for the game. In promoting our players in the lesson of becoming good citizens who respect each other and compete in a healthy but competitive soccer environment. Our goal is to encourage players to express themselves through their actions on the field of play and to improve through our soccer curriculum focusing on each players technical, tactical, physical and mental skills regardless of level, skill or ability.
Our purpose is to provide all levels of programs that are fun, rewarding, challenging, and demanding for the player that wants to strive to play at the highest level. The club is dedicated to providing a community based environment for the residents of the city, and developing a multicultural organization that fosters the "Worlds Favorite and Beautiful Game".
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SMYRNA SOCCER CLUB PLAYER DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM U8 BOYS & GIRLS Program Details
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General Information • Available for 6 ,7, & 8 year old boys and girls • Player must be 6 by 8/1/14 • Birthdates between 8/1/2006 to 7/31/2008 • 2014 Fall Season Key Dates: • Assessment Days: 5/20-5/22 6pm -7:15pm at River Line Park • Practices Begin: Week of August 11th • Games: 9/6-11/22 • Season Ends: 12/6-12/7 * Smyrna Soccer Club (SSC) Player Development Program (PDP) is an invite program only. Players wishing to participate in the fall 2014 PDP season are required to register and attend PDP Assessment Days (Open House) to provide an opportunity for the club to determine a player’s suitability for the PDP Fall program.
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PDP - Overview • The SSC PDP is a unique soccer development program
for Under 8 soccer players, which aims to accelerate the technical and tactical development of players preparing to participate in the U9 Academy program. • We have recognized that there are many talented U8
players within our club, and in GA, who would benefit from a dedicated soccer environment to continue to nurture player ability and prepare them for higher-level soccer.
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PDP - Overview • SSC PDP is a seasonal academy program designed for the
passionate, motivated, and advanced U8 player who fosters the desire to be challenged in every aspect of their game. • This program gives those players the opportunity to become even
better soccer players by training in a professional environment with professional coaches and alongside like-minded players. • Through an exclusive SSC & Coerver Coaching curriculum, players
are provided the tools to help accelerate their technical and tactical development to continue to take their game to the next level. • In an effort to maximize player development, players are maintained
in training groups and play non-results oriented games. • Players may also have the chance to represent their club when
playing neighboring clubs.
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PDP - Overview • Players may also have the chance to represent their club
when playing neighboring clubs. • The SSC PDP allows players to participate on a season-
to-season basis, permitting players to register for one season without committing to a full year. • This provides a chance for those players who turn 6
during a season to enter the program the following season, and those that turn 8 a chance to move up and join the Academy program should this be in the best interest of the player.
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Program Purpose • To bridge the gap between Recreational soccer and U9
Academy soccer. A more soccer focused environment is created for players who love the game where individual player development is paramount to master key soccer techniques and concepts that are required at a higher level of play. • This program allows players to experience an Academy
soccer environment while preparing players and parents for the next step of the soccer process. This program does not replace U8 Recreational soccer but offers another avenue of continued growth in the beautiful game.
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For Whom • SSC PDP is available to all Recreational boys and girls
who are in the U8 age bracket by August 1st. • Players must be a minimum of 6 years of age
• It is strongly recommended that players participate in a
minimum of one season of U8 soccer, and have at least one full year of organized soccer experience on a team before considering this program. • Interested players that are committed to the goal of development will be considered for this program and placed with the best interests of the player in mind. • This program will have limited spaces to ensure a superior soccer environment is maintained.
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Program Objectives • Provide a seamless transition from Rec. to Academy soccer
• Train in an academy-like environment with the priority being •
• • • •
placed on player development Expose players to an exclusive SSC & Coerver Coaching curriculum to enhance player development and better prepare players for the next level Provide the opportunity for players to become more technically and tactically competent Continue to nurture each player’s soccer talent and passion for the game Ease the learning curve for 1st year Academy players Help parents become aware as to their progression through the club
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Staff • Coaching staff consists of SSC PDP Director with
assistance given by professional coaches who have vast experience developing young soccer players.
11
Staff Development • The PDP director and staff will mentor volunteer coaches
during sessions and games
12
Curriculum • Through SSC’s partnership with Coerver Coaching, staff will be able
to set a unique and exclusive curriculum for the PDP. • All sessions will have realistic goals set forth by the staff and will be
enhanced by a nurturing environment for accelerated development. • Coaching staff will not only educate the players about the game, but
give players and parents a view of the skills and techniques necessary for long term soccer success. • Training topics will focus on dribbling, receiving, passing, ball striking,
and principles of attacking and defending in a 1v1 up to a 5v5 situation, as well as a continued effort to expand each players own coordination, balance, body movement and confidence.
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Training Format • SSC PDP will consist of a 14 -16 week season
• 2 training sessions per week • One-Two games per team on the weekend
Training Session Structure: • Session 1 conducted by SSC PDP Coaching Staff • Session 2 conducted by SSC PDP Coaching Staff • Sessions are one hour and 15 minutes in duration • Players all train as a group • Boy and/or girls depending on numbers and break down of gender)
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Game Format Game Format (vs. In-House): • Players are split into teams and play multiple games against each other • Each week players will be placed on different teams • 5v5 (GK and four players) • 4x12 minute quarters per game
Game Format (vs. Out of House): • 1-2 times in the season, SSC PDP may travel or host a neighboring club • Players will be spilt into teams as determined by coaching staff • Playing format may change (e.g. GK and five players 6 v6 )
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Program Fees • Cost = $250 Per Season
• Includes: • GSSA Registration & Insurance Fees
• Referee Fees • Field Maintenance
• League Administration • Professional Training & Coaching
• Participation Award for each player at the conclusion of
the season
17
Program Breakdown • 16 Weeks of Training
• 32 Sessions Per Season • 10-12 Games Per Season • 2 Tournament Weekends (6 Games) • 66 Hours of Coaching and Games
• $250.00 = $ 3.78 per hour
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Uniforms • An Adidas uniform and training kit will be available for
purchase in addition to program cost
